The Hawaiʻi Fire Department (HFD) and the Todd ʻohana announce funeral and memorial services for Fire Chief Kazuo S.K.L. Todd. Together, they extend their heartfelt mahalo to the community for the tremendous outpouring of love and support in his memory.

Chief Todd passed unexpectedly the morning of Dec. 14, 2025, after suffering an aneurysm. “He served Hawaiʻi Island with humility, courage, compassion, and unwavering dedication to public safety. His leadership, vision, and aloha touched countless lives across our island and beyond,” HFD and the Todd ʻohana stated.

A funeral service and procession will be held on Saturday, Jan. 10 followed the next day by a public memorial service. Members of the public are encouraged to join the larger public memorial service on Sunday, Jan. 11. See service details below.

Funeral Service & Procession

Date: Saturday, Jan. 10, 2026

Location: Dodo Mortuary – Hilo

Visitation: 12:30 p.m.-3 p.m.

Funeral Service: 3 p.m.

Procession: 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m. (pass-in-review and final honors at HFD Administration)

The community is welcome to honor Chief Todd on this solemn day. However, due to limited space inside Dodo Mortuary, those in attendance are kindly asked for understanding and kōkua in prioritizing seating for family and friends, along with ceremonial participants.

Public Memorial Service

Date: Sunday, Jan. 11, 2026

Location: Afook-Chinen Civic Auditorium – Hilo

Doors Open/Fellowship & Reflection: 12 p.m.

Formal Program Begins: 2 p.m.

Community members, partners, friends, and ʻohana are welcome to come together in reflection, remembrance, and celebration of Chief Todd’s life and legacy. All are warmly invited and encouraged to attend.

Additional information regarding logistics and ceremony details will be shared as plans are finalized.

“The entire Hawaiʻi Fire Department ʻohana wishes to share its gratitude to the community for its continued support, compassion, and aloha as Chief Todd is honored with the dignity and respect he so greatly deserves,” HFD stated.